Overview
- Barcelona defeated Mallorca 1-0 at Montjuïc with Dani Olmo scoring 41 seconds into the second half, solidifying their lead atop LaLiga by seven points.
- Hansi Flick implemented seven changes to the starting XI, resting key players like Koundé and De Jong, while starting less-utilized players such as Ansu Fati, Héctor Fort, and Ferran Torres.
- Barcelona dominated possession with 78% and registered 24 shots, but struggled with finishing, requiring a standout performance from Dani Olmo to secure the win.
- Real Madrid faces mounting pressure as they prepare to meet Barcelona in the Copa del Rey final, with Carlo Ancelotti citing defensive challenges caused by injuries to key players like Carvajal and Militao.
- Espanyol's 1-1 draw at Valencia, featuring a goal from Javi Puado and critical saves by Joan García, moves them closer to LaLiga safety with six matches remaining.